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Position Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to join a multidisciplinary research team investigating the global prevalence, trends, determinants, and impacts of HIV-related stigma and discrimination experienced by people living with HIV (PLHIV). This position offers an opportunity to contribute to innovative, policy-relevant research at the intersection of epidemiology, social sciences, statistics, and global health.
Project Overview
This project seeks to enhance global understanding of stigma and discrimination experienced by people living with HIV (PLHIV). The postdoctoral fellow will synthesize evidence from diverse sources, analyze international survey data, and contribute to the development of a conceptual framework that captures the multi-level and intersectional nature of stigma. Findings from this work will inform strategies to reduce discrimination and promote equity in HIV care and prevention.
Key Responsibilities
Design and implement systematic review protocols.
Manage and harmonize multi-country survey datasets for comparative analysis.
Conceptualize and refine a theoretical framework integrating intersectionality and stigma processes.
Develop and code a Bayesian meta-regression to pool and harmonize different data streams.
Lead and co-author manuscripts, reports, and presentations.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary and international research partners.
Qualifications
PhD (completed or near completion) in epidemiology, public health, social sciences, or a related field.
Demonstrated expertise in systematic review or evidence synthesis.
Experience with large survey or population datasets is an asset.
Familiarity with stigma theory, intersectionality, or HIV-related social determinants of health preferred.
Outstanding quantitative skills and in-depth knowledge of Bayesian statistics.
Strong writing, conceptual, and collaboration skills.
Appointment Details
The fellow will be registered at McGill University, under the supervision of Prof. Mathieu Maheu-Giroux, Associate Professor, Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, with an initial one-year appointment and potential for renewal.
Start date is January 1, 2026
End date is December 31, 2026
How to Apply
Applications must include: 1) a cover letter that includes a description of current research, future plans for research, and interest in the position; 2) a curriculum vitae with the date their PhD was conferred; 3) one sample of scholarly writing (a published article or unpublished paper or chapter); and 4) the names of three referees to provide letters upon request. Applicants who do not have a completed Ph.D. at the time of application must include a letter from their Department Chair (or supervisor) specifying the date of their dissertation defense.
Review of Applications will begin in December 2025 and will continue until the position is filled. Applicant must have plans to receive their degree by July 2026 at the latest.
* Please note: Candidates’ eligibility to hold a Postdoctoral Research Fellowship expires 5 years after the date on which their PhD was awarded, regardless of when they are hired. Be sure to refer to the following link for further information on eligibility criteria: http://www.mcgill.ca/gps/postdocs/fellows/registration/eligibility.
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